NNNow News Blog

Wednesday, April 30, 2008

Queen Street West Fire

Niagara Neighborhood Now would like to extend our deepest sympathies to those who have lost homes, businesses, and memories as a result of the tragic fire on Queen West this week.

The buildings and the history they held were an irreplaceable part of Toronto’s past as well as Queen West’s vibrant culture, and the loss to both the neighbourhood and to the city is immeasurable.

While what has been lost can never be replaced, we’re confident that Queen West will recover from this heartbreak and continue to thrive as a vital part of this great city.

Sincerely,
Niagara Neighbourhood Now

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Media Advisory
February 21, 2008

Queen Street Fire Fund established to assist people affected by fire

In response to the major fire on Queen Street yesterday, a trust fund has been established to collect donations to assist residents who have been affected by the fire. Donations can be made to the Queen Street Fire Fund at all Scotiabank locations across the city effective tomorrow. "There has been an outpouring of support to help people affected by the fire, from people in the neighbourhood and across the city," said Councillor Adam Vaughan (Ward 20, Trinity-Spadina). "I would like to offer my sincere thanks to everyone who has offered assistance to these residents in their time of need."

For further information, please contact:
Councillor Adam Vaughan, 416-392-4044
Ward 20 - Trinity Spadina

Municipal Bin Information

Links to Information About New Garbage and Recycling Bins

Toxicity Information for the GTA

The Toronto Environmental Alliance has an information clearing house on environmental concerns in the GTA.

Queen West Safety Issues

A recent article published in The Toronto Star highlighted the concerns of both residents and business owners in the Queen West area about rising crime rates and the related safety issues. The article follows the stabbing death of St. Catherines resident Ross Hammond near Trinity-Bellwoods Park and ensuing media focus on panhandling. To see the original article, letters to the editor, and the response from Deputy Mayor Joe Pantalone, click on the links below: